Religious Studies GCSE
Divorce
What Divorce means in Religious Studies GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Divorce
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The legal ending of a marriage, with practical and emotional reasons why couples choose it such as adultery, domestic abuse, falling out of love, or financial pressures.
Topics that use Divorce
- Theme A: Relationships and families (AQA GCSE)
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